A feast for the senses. My fiancee had stayed before and raved but this was my first time. I was enchanted by the art, the very romantic room with an antique bed, the seemingly endless collection of art and by Helga herself. The food was excellent and there is a good selection of wine (no easy task in Sri Lanka).... More

I went only for a drink, ended taking 200 pictures. Incredible experience of Tim Burtons wildest fantasies. Although price is high, its worth it because of unforgettable hotel. I didnt met Helga, but have a lot f questopion I would like to ask her. :)

We didnt stay here as it was a little on the pricey side for us. However you must go for a drink as Ive never seen anything like it before - very interesting and crazy decor! I havent uploaded any photos as they wont create the true effect of actually being there!

As always ~ it's a sensory delight going to the Folly; every time we go I think how we really should go more often. There is more magic and mystery in the dining room alone than in the whole of Colombo. As you make your way through dimly lit corridors you feel the walls watching you, there are so many... More

We stopped at Helga's Folly for a morning drink on the recommendation of The Lonely Planet Guide and were so captivated by the exotic decor that we decided to return for dinner that night. While the hotel is captivating by day, it is by night that it really comes into its own. A combination of fairy light and candelabras gently... More

my girlfriend and I initially booked two nights here as we were curious to experience the hotel but on a budget. on arrival we were presented with a choice of two beautifully decorated rooms and instantly extended to a third. when we sat down for dinner that evening we knew we'd made the right choice. the food was very good,... More

We knew Helga's Folly from a book about Sri Lanka and we were very curious to see this special hotel. During our trip we stopped in Kandy and had the possibility to have lunch in Helga's Folly. It was great to discover this place, totally different than we are used to see here in Sri Lanka. You can watch for... More

We visited Helga's Folly after opting not to stay given its mixed reviews and were happy for doing so. The hotel/ house itself is charming and beautifully decorated, echoing with the grandeur with what it once was. We had fun walking through, taking pictures and exploring the hotel. It truly is charming, beautiful and quite worth the visit. But that's... More

Going to and staying at Helga's Folly is magic!! The food is terrific, rice served in banana leaves, best coconut soup we ever had, homemade icecream and pudding cake... sooo great! we loved our room! all the wall-paintings, every room is unique, and if you have the chance you can pick your favourite one! the pool is surrounded by a... More